February 15, 2023

By Obituaries on February 15, 2023.

CASEY STIGTER

CASEY STIGTER June 2, 1934 ~ February 11, 2023
Casey Stigter, beloved husband of the late Jenny Stigter, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Home – Carmel Hospice in Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 88 years. Casey leaves to cherish his memory two sons, Harry (Audrey) and Don (Ingrid); seven grandchildren, Jeff (Michelle) Stigter, Michelle (Tim) van der Hoek, Alison (Kevin) Stonehouse, Amanda (David) Vandyk, Ashley (Jorik) Langeweg, Sheldon (Braunwyn) Stigter and Amber Stigter (Tyler) as well as eleven great-grandchildren. Casey is also survived by his brothers, Harry (Diane) and Pete; sister-in-law, Alice Stigter; Jenny’s sisters, Mary Vander Kwaak and Rene Thompson and sister-in-law, Netty Prins.  Along with Jenny, Casey was predeceased by a newborn son in 1962, parents, Arie and Maria Stigter; brother, Lane and sisters, Audrey, Martha and Rhea. Casey was born on June 2, 1934, to Arie and Maria Stigter in Honselersdijk, Netherlands and in 1951, the Stigter family immigrated to Taber where he worked as a farm hand. In 1956, Casey met the love of his life, Jenny Prins and they were married in 1957. In 1961, they built their first greenhouse. In 1966, Casey, along with nine other greenhouse growers, started Red-Hat Co-op. He was very proud of what the Co-op meant to the growers and of what it had become including the success it still is to this day. In 1982, Casey was instrumental in starting AGGA (Alberta Greenhouse Growers Association) which was also an organization he was proud of. He was a lifelong member of the Christian Reformed Church where he enjoyed playing his trumpet for many services. After retirement in 1989, Casey and Jenny spent many a winter either on a cruise ship or pulling the trailer south to Sky Valley RV Park in California. The Funeral Service will be celebrated at the Christian Reformed Church, 300 Primrose Drive S.E., Medicine Hat, on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor George Koopmans officiating. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com)  Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

IRENE FRENCH

IRENE FRENCH 1938 ~ 2023 Mrs. Irene French, beloved wife of the late Mr. John French, passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Centre in Medicine Hat on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at the age of 84 years. The Celebration of Irene’s life will be held at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on February 24, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Father Francis Tran officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery with a time of fellowship thereafter in the Cook Southland Reception Facility. (Condolences may be expressed through visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

JUSTIN EVANS

JUSTIN EVANS 1990 ~ 2023 It is with great sadness and broken hearts the family of Justin Richard Evans announces his passing on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the age of 32 years. He was born in New Brunswick on April 15, 1990, to John and Laura Evans. Along with his parents, left to cherish Justin’s memory are his brother, John Ryan (Carly) Evans and uncle, Justin and nieces, Everleigh and Nevaeh whom he adored. Justin was also a nephew to Debbie Matheson of Nova Scotia, Cindy (Scott) Miller of Ontario, Winston Matheson of Nova Scotia, Maxine Matheson of Nova Scotia and Bob Robertson of Nova Scotia as well as a cousin to many. “Wherever in the universe you are Justin, may there be a watering hole to drop your line.” Until we meet again, you will never ever be forgotten. Cremation has taken place. A private family burial will be held at a later date. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

MARGARET BERGEN

MARGARET BERGEN 1931 ~ 2023 Margaret Bergen passed away peacefully at the Riverview Care Centre in Medicine Hat on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 91 years. She was surrounded by her dear family, both present and in her heart. Margaret was born in Springridge, Alberta on August 4, 1931, to David and Margareta Janzen. Along with Abram, her husband of nearly 70 years, Margaret leaves behind her children that she was so proud to raise on their homestead near Seven Persons: Ralph (Pam), Lyndon (Debbie), Robert (Dalyce), Karen (Ron), Valerie (Tom) and Richard (Diana). She was blessed with 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren who she loved dearly. Margaret’s passions revolved around making her house a home. She put love and pride into everything she did and her family always felt it. Some of her favourite memories included drives with Abe down country roads, spotting wildlife, staying in Fairmont, BC, as well as a treasured trip to Hawaii. It was comforting to hear that Margaret shared her stories with her caregivers at Riverview Care Home. She was blessed to have friends there and enjoyed participating in activities like baking as she was a homemaker all of her life. A Celebration of Margaret’s life will take place at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 – 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Redcliff Cemetery. (Condolences may be expressed by visiting http://www.cooksouthland.com) Honoured to serve the family is

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel Crematorium & Reception Facility 901 – 13th Street S.W. Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 4V4 Phone 403-527-6455 http://www.cooksouthland.com “Locally owned & directed”

MARJORIE MARGARET STURM

1944 – MARJORIE MARGARET STURM – 1944
Marjorie Margaret Sturm of Medicine Hat, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at the age of 78 years. Marjorie leaves to cherish her memory her two sons Robert and Brian (Trena) Sturm and her grandchildren, Marcus (Ali) and Joe (Kelli) Rosner. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Lydia Deering and brother, Ralph (May Ann) Deering. Our beloved mother and grandmother was born in Medicine Hat on October 24th, 1944. She lived on the family farm with her mother and father, Robert and Lydia Deering, and brother, Ralph. She attended school at Woolchester, Saddle Horse and Antelope Cut until grade 9. Growing up she loved to ride horses. After school she worked on the farm for a few years, then went to Medicine Hat to look for work. She worked in a greenhouse for awhile before the boss’s wife was hospitalized and she was asked to take care of their four boys and cooking meals for the family. When the boss’s wife returned home, Marge moved on to find other work. She was hired at the Husky restaurant as a cook for a few years and then moved to the Shell restaurant where she owned and operated the kitchen for two years. When Rob was born she sold the restaurant and went back to the farm until it was sold about a year later. Brian was born and she moved to town and bought her own house. She accepted a job working for Schlenker Auction sales and was given the opportunity to run her own cafeteria during the farm and household sales and cattle auctions. She ran her business for 15 years. She would work long hours preparing meals, baking pies, stocking pop and snacks and ordering other food to prepare the cafeteria for the sales. She hired two wonderful ladies, Barbara and Ann, and it would develop into long lasting friendships. When the cafeteria business finished, mom found her final and permanent job at the brand new Trukkers restaurant as a short order cook. She worked there for 25 years until the age of 65 years. She was loved by her boss, the staff and the customers. Mom became the “First lady of Trukkers.” After retirement, mom’s health started to decline. She had a heart attack followed by kidney failure, which resulted in her starting dialysis which eventually resulted in her having her legs amputated. After the first amputation, she was forced to sell her home and move into the Wellington Seniors lodge. She loved the lodge and appreciated the great care she received from the staff. Mom loved bowling, gardening and her local news. She truly loved her two boys who were her whole life. She did whatever she could to provide a great life for them. She raised two strong, hardworking, and independent boys. During her life she made a positive impact on the lives of her family, friends, co-workers and those who knew her. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Thursday, February 16th, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and on Friday, February 17th, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The Funeral Service will be held at SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1 Dunmore Road SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5, on Friday, February 17th, 2023 at 1:30 pm with Pastor Shane Hein officiating. A private family interment will follow at SAAMIS PRAIRE VIEW CEMETERY. If unable to attend, family and friends are welcome to participate via livestream by logging on to http://www.saamis.com and joining the live webcast on Marjorie’s memorial page at the above date and time. A virtual guest book is available on the livestream page for those participating remotely Memorial gifts in Marj’s memory may be made to the S.P.C.A., 55 Southview Drive SW, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E8 or the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 6007 1A Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2H 0G5. Condolences may be sent through http://www.saamis.com or to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Marjorie Sturm. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to

SAAMIS MEMORIAL FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM & RECEPTION CENTRE, “The Chapel in the Park #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 1Z5 (403)528-2599 http://www.saamis.com inquiry@saamis.com Locally owned and directed CGR Holdings Ltd.

16
-15